Grilled Halloumi with Spicy-Sweet Peppers

  • Level: Easy
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings
  • Total: 15 min
  • Active: 15 min
The firm texture of halloumi makes it a great candidate for grilling. Here, planks of the cheese are quickly marked on the grill, then topped with a mixture of chopped roasted peppers and Calabrian chilies for a sweet and hot kick. This appetizer comes together quickly and is perfect when served with crusty bread.
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Ingredients

1/2 cup finely chopped jarred roasted red peppers

1 teaspoon chopped Calabrian chile peppers packed in oil

1 clove garlic, finely grated

4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the grill

Kosher salt

1 8-ounce block halloumi cheese, patted dry and cut into 1/2-inch planks

Torn fresh basil and mint, for topping

Warm sliced baguette or ciabatta, for serving

Directions

  1. Preheat a grill to medium high. Combine the roasted peppers, Calabrian chiles, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil in a small bowl. Season with salt, stir and set aside.
  2. Oil the grill grates. Grill the halloumi until well marked and warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove to a platter. Spoon the red pepper mixture over the cheese and top with basil and mint. Serve with bread.

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